Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

Overview

Available languages

German

Swedish

Russian

Portuguese

Chinese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

Dutch

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the beauty of the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness and enjoy views of Urquhart Castle from the water.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Departing from Doochgarroch Lock, our 2hr Contemplation Cruise takes in the made made part of the Caledonian Canal, sailing into the deepest waters of Loch Ness, pass Urquhart Castle before making her return.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Loch Ness

Our friendly team will be with you on board to answer any questions you may have.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Live commentary on board

Drinks (available to purchase)

Food and drinks (snacks available to purchase)

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Options

Loch Ness Contemplation Cruise

Loch Ness, Caledonian Canal

Reviews

4.75

1,225 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1030

128

A great trip
DeniseW2602,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great cruise. Jamie B was entertaining and informative. He was helpful when passengers had questions
Great tour.
Colin D,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The comentary was excellent and very informative. Excellent photo oportunites along the way, with plenty of notice so you didnt miss them, particularly of Urquart Castle. Get there early to check in and line up. Limited seating inside and if it's raining you can get a good seat by the window.
Excellent
Wanderer62993963643,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent, good commentary all about different aspects about loch ness and surrounding area
Knowledge and comfortable ride
961jonnyg,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Crew was excellent with good refreshments. Guide was knowledgeable and interesting.
Very enjoyable cruise
750agatac,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the tour and Kieran was the guide, he was brilliant and telling stories and explaining the surroundings. Interesting but told with a lot of humour. Even though the cruise was busy it was very comfortable. The boat had a bar with teas, coffees and other drinks. There was a toilet on board as well. Very enjoyable experience overall. Good for any weather as we were nice and cosy inside.
Great experience
santiagom919,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An amazing view of the loch that you could definitely not get by car! So recommend!!
Excellent experience....
Kelly E,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent experience. Professional crew and amazing views. Bar and snacks on board which was also welcome.
Faultless
Travel21077949914,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Exception support from Peter the owner. Would recommend this accommodation to anyone
The Canal, the Loch, and the Castle.
Matombo,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
We had very little time in Inverness, and this tour filled the bill: a trip up the canal to the loch and a view of Urquhart. The commentary was fun and the ride was very pleasant, if not chilly in early May (we could have stayed inside, but what fun would that have been?). Although there wasn't time, a stop at the castle ruins would have been lovely. We'd recommend it.
Best plan to do in Inverness!
Adelaida M,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
10/10! I loved the cruise, it was so exciting to see the loch opening before us in such a calming and amazing way. The tour guide had really interesting facts and was always talking to us when we could pause for a while he was so cool to talk to!